August weather forecastKnox City, TX
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another torrid month in Knox City, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 97.3°F (36.3°C) and 76.6°F (24.8°C).Temperature
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 97.3°F (36.3°C) and a low of 76.6°F (24.8°C), August stands out as the warmest month.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 107.6°F (42°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 45%, August is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Knox City, in August, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Knox City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.8 days and collects up to 17.4" (442mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Knox City, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 21min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Knox City, TX
- Average high temperature in August: 97.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (97.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 76.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Knox City, TX
- Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Knox City, TX
- Average wind speed in August: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Knox City, TX
- Average humidity in August: 45%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (45%).
Average rainfall in August
Knox City, TX
- Average rainfall in August: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").
Average rainfall days in August
Knox City, TX
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Knox City, TX
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Knox City, TX
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Knox City, TX
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Knox City, TX
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Knox City, TX
- Average UV index in August: 7
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Knox City, TX
- Average cloud cover in August: 16
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in August
Knox City, TX
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
